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Introduction

Growth is a reflection of progress, and at Pahal Design, we believe in constantly evolving to provide the best for our students. With this vision, we are excited to announce that our Jaipur center has moved to a prime location in Vaishali Nagar—bringing you closer to excellence with improved infrastructure, accessibility, and learning experience.

Why the Shift? A Step Towards Excellence

Over the years, Pahal Design has built a reputation for delivering outstanding results in entrance exams like NID, NIFT, NATA, UCEED, and BFA. As our student community grew, so did the need for a more advanced and accessible space.

This relocation is not just about a new address—it’s about creating an environment that nurtures creativity, innovation, and success.

What’s New at Our Vaishali Nagar Centre?

1. Prime Location Advantage

Our new center is strategically located in Vidyut Nagar, Vaishali Nagar, one of Jaipur’s most well-connected and student-friendly areas.

  • Easy access from all parts of Jaipur
  • Well-connected via public and private transport
  • Safe and vibrant surroundings

2. Enhanced Infrastructure

We’ve upgraded every aspect of our facilities to ensure a better learning experience:

  • Spacious, well-lit classrooms
  • Modern studio setup for design practice
  • Dedicated spaces for sketching and creativity
  • Comfortable learning environment

3. Better Accessibility & Convenience

Whether you’re a school student or a drop-year aspirant, reaching us is now easier than ever.

  • Reduced travel time for most students
  • Nearby amenities like cafes, stationery shops, and libraries
  • Improved commuting convenience for daily classes

4. Same Trusted Results, Even Better Experience

While the location and infrastructure have improved, one thing remains unchanged—our commitment to delivering top results.

  • Expert faculty with years of experience
  • Proven track record in design entrance exams
  • Personalized mentoring and guidance
  • Result-oriented teaching approach

Courses Offered

At our new Jaipur center, we continue to offer preparation for:

Admissions Open – Apply Now!

With upgraded facilities and a prime location, this is the perfect time to begin your design journey with Pahal Design.

Seats are limited to maintain quality teaching standards—so don’t wait!

Visit Us at Our New Address

C51, 1st Floor, Vidyut Nagar, Vaishali Nagar, Chitrakoot, Jaipur – 302021
🌐 www.pahaldesign.com
📞 9821-651-399

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National Aptitude Test in Architecture (NATA) is being conducted by COA since 2006, to qualify for the admission to Bachelor of Architecture.

NATA measures the aptitude of the applicant for specific field of study, i.e., Architecture, through assessment of cognitive skills, visual perception and aesthetic sensitivity tests, logical reasoning and critical thinking ability, etc., besides the learning that the candidate has acquired over the past years.

The candidates can appear for maximum of 3 attempts in NATA 2024 in one academic year. The best score out of all the attempts shall be considered for declaration of results. The score of NATA Test would be valid for a period of 2 academic years.

Examination shall be conducted on all weekends starting from April to July, 2024 in two sessions, subject to number of candidates registered for the session.

The medium of Aptitude test shall be in English and Hindi.

The aptitude of the candidate will be assessed using some or all of the following:

PART-A

Drawing and Composition Test

This is one and half hour (90 minutes) – 80 Marks Test where candidate has to attempt three questions. The content of the PART A Test is as follows:

  • A1 – Composition and Color -25 Marks: Creating suitable compositions for various situations and coloring them appropriately. Re-arranging various shapes in visually appealing manner and coloring it suitably.
  • A2 -Sketching & Composition (Black and White)-25 Marks: Ability to draw, visualize, depict a situation, involving buildings / its components, people, environment, products with an understanding of scale, proportions, textures, shades and shadow etc.
  • A3 – 3D Composition-30 Marks: Creating interesting 3D composition for the given situation using the provided kit.

    PART-B

    This is one and half hour (90 minutes), 120 Marks Test where candidate has to appear for online test. It shall have two type of Questions viz., B1 – 30 Questions of 2 Marks and B2 – 15 Questions of 4 Marks from the following topics:

  • Visual Reasoning Ability to understand and reconstruct 2D and 3D composition, knowledge about its composition and technical concepts.
  • Logical Derivation Ability to decode a situation, composition, context and generate meaning. Understanding the minute information hidden in a particular situation and drawing conclusions.
  • G.K., Architecture & Design General awareness of architecture and design, current issues, recent episodes etc., Knowledge about important buildings, historical progression, innovation in materials and construction technology.
  • Language Interpretation Ability to correctly & logically generate meaning of words, sentences, understanding about English grammar.
  • Design Sensitivity Ability to observe record and analyze, people, space, product, environment. Critical thinking, reasoning and ability to identify the subtle communications.
  • Design Thinking Ability to understand semantics, metaphors, problem identification and definition, analysis of a given situation.
  • Numerical Ability Basic Mathematics and its association with creative thinking. To unfold a space with use of geometry.

Qualifying Criteria


The Qualifying Marks for the NATA 2024 would be based on the following Rules:

  1. A minimum of 20 marks must be secured in PART A
  2. A minimum of 30 marks must be secured in PART B
  3. Overall qualifying marks for NATA 2024 shall be 70 marks out of 200 as aggregate of Part A and Part B.

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What is the pattern of NATA examination?

NATA 2021 is a 3 hour (180 minutes) test within which 125 questions have to be answered. There will be 1 mark, 2 marks and 3 marks questions. Candidates will have to answer 75 one mark questions, 25 two marks questions and 25 three marks questions as outlined in table below:

The questions will be of the MCQ (Multiple Choice Question type), MSQ (Multiple Answer Select Question type), PAQ (Preferential Answer type Question) and NAQ (Numerical Answer type Question) and they could be either 1 mark, 2 marks or 3 marks questions.

 

What is meant by MCQ, MSQ, PAQ and NAQ?

1. MCQ- MCQ is a Multiple Choice Question in which 4 answer choices are provided; of which one is the correct answer.

2. MSQ- MSQ is a Multiple Answer Select type question where 8 to 10 answer choices are provided and 4 or 5 answer choices is the correct answer. If a candidate gets all the 4 or 5 correct choices right as the case may be, the full mark is awarded.

3. PAQ- PAQ is the Preferential Answer type question where each answer choice has a mark awarded. The mark is awarded based on the candidate’s choice of answer.

4. NAQ- NAQ is the Numerical Answer type Question where no answer choices are given. The candidate has to provide a numerical answer. Alternatively, it could also be a fill in the blank question where the candidate has to fill in the blanks. The correct answer entered will be awarded the mark.

Will Drawing test be conducted in NATA 2021? Is Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry included in examination?

No. Drawing test does not form a component in NATA 2021. Knowledge gained in the required subjects of study such as mathematics, physics and geometry over the years of schooling as well as in the areas of logical reasoning and general aptitude will be tested as relevant to Architecture as a field of study.

What is the syllabus for Mathematics and Physics in NATA? Is Chemistry included in examination?

Knowledge gained in the required subjects of study such as Mathematics, Geometry and Physics over the years of schooling will be tested as relevant to the field of Architecture. The candidates will be tested on their overall knowledge of concepts only.

Will there be a Part A and a Part B in the NATA 2021?

As NATA 2021 is completely a computer-based test, there will not be a Part A and Part B.

The general knowledge and conceptual knowledge in the subjects such as mathematics, physics and geometry gained by the candidate over the years of schooling culminating with the 10+ 2 /10+ 3 Diploma examination as well as General aptitude and Logical Reasoning as relevant to Architecture as a field of study are tested as one comprehensive examination.

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NATA measures the aptitude of the applicant for specific field of study, i.e. Architecture, through assessment of cognitive skills, visual perception and aesthetic sensitivity tests, logical reasoning and critical thinking ability, etc., besides the learning that the candidate has acquired over the past few years and is related to the specific field of study.

With the objective of giving opportunities to a greater number of bright aspirants, Council will be conducting NATA- 2021 for admission to B.Arch. in the academic session 2021- 2022 twice this year. Candidates who miss out the first test due to some reason or other or wish to improve upon their NATA score can register for the second test. Both the first and second test will be conducted on different dates as computer-based examinations and a candidate shall be allowed to appear for NATA 2021 for a maximum of two times.

Outline of Aptitude Test

The aptitude test will comprise of questions that could be of the Multiple-Choice type (MCQ), Multiple Select type (MSQ), Preferential Choice type (PCQ) and Numerical Answer type (NAQ).

The questions will carry either 1 mark,2 marks or 3 marks and 125 questions have to be answered in 180 minutes.
The medium of Aptitude test will be the English language.

The aptitude of the candidate will be assessed using some or all of the following techniques:

    1. Diagrammatic Reasoning – Tests the ability of logical reasoning, using diagrams and scenarios
    2. Numerical Reasoning – Tests mathematical ability through simple problems
    3. Verbal Reasoning – Assesses the ability to assess verbal logic.
    4. Inductive Reasoning – Tests the ability to see patterns and analyse given data
    5. Situational Judgment – Tests problem-solving ability.
    6. Logical Reasoning – Tests ability to recognise patterns, sequences or relationships between shapes and
      imagery.

Abstract Reasoning – Will assess general knowledge, and ability to utilise knowledge in new situations.

        Questions could be asked in various topics that assess candidates on basic concepts in mathematics, physics and geometry, language and interpretation, elements and principles of design, aesthetic sensitivity, colour theory, lateral thinking and logical reasoning, visual perception and cognition, graphics and imagery, building anatomy and architectural vocabulary, basic techniques of building construction and knowledge of material, general knowledge and current affairs, etc. and are may not be limited to those outlined.

  1. Candidates who have completed their 10 + 2 examination with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics or 10+ 3 Diploma with Mathematics as subject of study can appear for NATA 2021. Candidates appearing for 10+2 examination with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics as subjects of study or 10+3 Diploma with Mathematics in the current year may also provisionally appear for NATA-2021.

  2.  Candidates may note that NATA 2021 is the qualifier for admission to B.Arch. program offered by Universities/ Institutions       in the country, subject to the fulfillment of eligibility criteria as prescribed by the Council.

    QUALIFYING IN NATA- 2021 DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A RIGHT/ GUARANTEE IN FAVOUR OF THE CANDIDATE FOR ADMISSION TO ANY ARCHITECTURE COURSE UNLESS THE CANDIDATE HAS FULFILLED ALL THE PRESCRIBED REQUIREMENTS AS SPECIFIED BY RESPECTIVE COMPETENT AUTHORITIES IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE ELIGIBILIY CRITERIA LAID DOWN BY THE COUNCIL.

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